Embark on a culinary adventure with this vibrant and flavorful Gluten-Free Penne, where tender Cajun-spiced chicken meets a luscious, creamy sauce, all intertwined with perfectly cooked penne pasta and a medley of colorful vegetables. A symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your taste buds!
Ingridients
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Nutrition
Carbohydrate
52 g
Cholesterol
79 mg
Fiber
2 g
Protein
21 g
Saturated Fat
8 g
Sodium
415 mg
Sugar
3 g
Fat
25 g
Unsaturated Fat
0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. (5 minutes)
02
Step
0 mins
While the water is heating, prepare the chicken and vegetables.
03
Step
5 mins
In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. (5-7 minutes)
04
Step
5 mins
Add the onion, bell pepper, mushrooms, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables are tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
05
Step
3 mins
Stir in the Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Deglaze the pan with the white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Reduce the wine by half, about 2-3 minutes.
06
Step
2 mins
Add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and cook for 3-5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
07
Step
9 mins
Meanwhile, cook the penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. (8-10 minutes)
08
Step
0 mins
Reserve about 1/2 cup of the pasta water before draining. Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the sauce.
09
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0 mins
Toss to coat, adding a little of the reserved pasta water if needed to adjust the consistency of the sauce.
10
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0 mins
Stir in the Parmesan cheese and serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of fresh black pepper.
For an extra layer of flavor, marinate the chicken in Cajun seasoning for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
Feel free to add other vegetables to the dish, such as zucchini, yellow squash, or spinach.
If you don't have white wine, you can substitute chicken broth or vegetable broth.
For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
The sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently before adding the pasta.
Serve with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
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Rasheed Hartmann
Jun 28, 2025I was skeptical about gluten-free pasta, but this recipe changed my mind. It was amazing!
Ole Hodkiewicz
Jun 19, 2025Easy to follow recipe and the results were restaurant-quality.
Joanne Muller
Jun 5, 2025I added some spinach for extra nutrients and it was a great addition.
Isabelle Wehner
Jun 4, 2025The wine really elevates the flavor of this dish. Highly recommend!
Royce Macejkovickunze
May 26, 2025Next time, I'll try adding some andouille sausage for an extra kick.
Sebastian Breitenberg
May 18, 2025Absolutely delicious! The Cajun spice was perfect, and the creamy sauce was heavenly.
Giovanny Schuppe
May 18, 2025My family loved it! Even my picky eaters cleaned their plates.